Landmark building permit details
| Location | 148 SPRING STREET, MANHATTAN |
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| Issue date | May 18, 2007 |
| (?) COFA | COFA 07-8371 |
Certificates of Appropriateness (COFAs) are issued by the landmarks commission when it approves such things as building construction, demolition and visible additions to historic property. The certificates require a public hearing and the entire process can take several months. |
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| Docket | 07-7803 |
| Historic district | Soho - Cast Iron |
| Landmark name | N/A |
| Expiration date | December 12, 2012 |
| Text |
Pursuant to Section 25-307 of the Administrative Code of the City of New York, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, at the Public Meeting of December 12, 2006, following the Public Hearing of the same date, voted to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness for the proposed work at the subject premises, as put forth in your application completed on November 16, 2006. The proposed work, as approved, consists of raising the east (side) façade parapet and chimney 2 to 4 feet throughout; and constructing a one story rooftop addition; relocating the interior stair and constructing a stair and elevator bulkhead, as shown in current condition and historic photo documentation photo presentation boards, material samples, on-site rooftop mock-up, and ten (10) presentation boards featuring drawings labeled L-1 through L-10, dated December 12, 2006, prepared by Barry Rice Architects PLLC, and submitted as components of the application, and presented at the Public Hearing and Public Meetings. In reviewing the proposal, the Commission noted that the SoHo Cast Iron Historic District designation report describes 148 Spring Street as an loft and light manufacturing building built in early 19th century and altered 1910; and that the building's style, scale and materials are among the features that contribute to the special architectural and historic character of the SoHo Cast Iron Historic District. With regard to this proposal, the Commission found that the construction of the proposed rooftop addition will not result in any damage to, or demolition of, any significant architectural features of the roof; that the simple design and use of red brick will be harmonious with the materials and color palette of the building and will be in keeping with the presence of utilitarian roof additions found throughout the historic district; that the modest size of the addition will be in keeping with the types of utilitarian rooftop bulkheads found on buildings in this historic district and will not overwhelm or alter the original volume of the building; and that the rooftop addition is set back 36 feet from the front facade, and located at the southwest corner of the roof, and therefore, visible only over a vacant lot in conjunction with the secondary (east) facade along Wooster and Spring Street, and minimally visible from West Broadway, in conjunction with other mechanical equipment and rooftop incursions, and therefore will not adversely affect the significant architectural features of the building or the streetscape. Based on these findings, the Commission determined that the work is appropriate to the building. However, in voting to grant this approval, the Landmarks Preservation Commission made its determination subject to that two sets of final signed and sealed drawings showing the approved proposal, which will be filed with the Department of Buildings, be submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for review and approval. Subsequently, on May 11, 2007, the Commission received two sets of final stamped and signed drawings labeled A-000, Z-001, Z-002, A-001, A-002, A-003, D-100, D-101, D-200, A-100, A-101, A-102, A-200, A-201, A-202, A-203, A-300, A-301, A-400, A-401, A-601, A-602, A-603 and A-6-4, dated January 4, 2007; issued for permit May 1, 2007, prepared by Barry Rice, R.A. The Commission staff noted that the drawings included additional work, including a full restorative program for removing the stucco parging on the east (side) façade; cleaning, repointing and repairing the masonry facades in-kind; restoring and or replacing decorative masonry elements in-kind at select locations; replacing the wood pivot windows on the front façade in-kind and repairing and restoring the wood brick; replacing the wood double-hung two-over-two windows on the east façade; and all associated interior demolition and construction of partitions and finishes. Staff finds that the proposed work will restore the building closer to its historic appearance and will aid in the long term preservation of the building; and that the proposal approved by the Commission has been maintained. Based on these and the above findings, these drawings are being marked approved by the Commission with a perforated seal, and this Certificate of Appropriateness is being issued. This permit is issued contingent upon the Commission's review and approval of cleaning samples, brick and mortar samples, patching samples, and all shop drawings or details need including window replacement, and all other work noted on drawings, all prior to the commencement of work. Please contact the Landmarks Preservation Commission when the samples are ready to arrange a site visit. This permit is issued on the basis of the building and site conditions described in the application and disclosed during the review process. By accepting this permit, the applicant agrees to notify the Commission if the actual building or site conditions vary or if original or historic building fabric is discovered. The Commission reserves the right to amend or revoke this permit, upon written notice to the applicant, in the event that the actual building or site conditions are materially different from those described in the application or disclosed during the review process. All approved drawings are marked approved by the Commission with a perforated seal indicating the date of approval. The work is limited to what is contained in the perforated documents. Other work or amendments to this filing must be reviewed and approved separately. The applicant is hereby put on notice that performing or maintaining any work not explicitly authorized by this permit may make the applicant liable for criminal and/or civil penalties, including imprisonment and fines. This letter constitutes the permit; a copy must be prominently displayed at the site while work is in progress. Please direct inquiries to Kim Valente. PAGE 2 Issued: 5/18/07 DOCKET: 07-7803 Robert B. Tierney Chair PLEASE NOTE: PERFORATED DRAWINGS AND A COPY OF THIS PERMIT HAVE BEEN SENT TO: Barry Rice, Architect LLC, 54 W. 39th Street cc: Barry Rice, Architect LLC; William Neeley, Deputy Director of Preservation PAGE 3 Issued: 5/18/07 DOCKET: 07-7803 |
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